School Field Trips

Get out of the classroom and let learning come alive in the
beauty of nature with the exciting activities offered at RVR!

We believe the greatest opportunity for growth is in times of challenge. When
we’re pushed to our limits we discover what we’re capable of and develop a
deeper sense of character, courage, and self-esteem. RVR's experiential education
program for schools is designed to engage students with exciting and challenging
activities, with a dynamic teambuilding element built in to teach encouragement
and celebration of one other's accomplishments!

There’s a lot to do at RVR. By choosing the activities and timeframe best
suited to your group’s unique personality and specific goals, you decide what
your RVR adventure will be!

What Other Teachers Are Saying...

"The best field trip experience I've had in 17 years of teaching!"
- Public School Teacher

"So many opportunities to try something new, stretch your limits, work together and have a blast!!!"
- Parent Chaperone

"The grounds and facilities are beautiful and very well kept. The programs very well organized"
- School Administrator

School Day Trips

As an educator, we know you want to maximize your time outside of the
classroom, and a 1-day field trip to RVR does just that! Our school day trip
program is fine-tuned to fit right into your day. The moment your buses
arrive on property our certified, professional, and fun-loving staff will
greet your group, walk you through orientation, and get you going for the day.

Your 1-day school trip will include 1-2 morning activity sessions, a
break for your students to enjoy lunch in our dining tent or alongside the
scenic river, and 1-2 afternoon activity sessions before loading up the buses
and sending you back on your way from a day full of adventure.

School Overnight Trips

If your schedule allows for more time, our overnight school trips open up
a range of possibilities for your group to experience even more at RVR! Whether
it's a 5th Grade, 8th Grade, High School Senior trip, or College organization
retreat, our activities and facilities are ready for you. End the year or kick
it off with a field trip to remember!

An overnight field trip allows you the flexibility to fit in more RVR
activities (like the zip line or high ropes course), space out your schedule
according to the needs or liking of your group, and mix in your own programming
elements (lessons/teaching time, seminars, career counseling, etc...) utilizing
our meeting spaces or other facilities. An extended school trip also
maximizes the impact of getting your students out of their everyday environment
and comfort zone, where their character and personal goals can be challenged
and inspired for the school year and beyond.

Homeschool Field Trips

Offered in the Spring and the Fall, our Homeschool Days provide the opportunity
for students ages 9-17 to get out of the classroom and let learning come alive!
RVR's adventure activities provide a uniquely fun and wholesome way to engage kids
and get them out of the house, bonding with their peers and building confidence to
take on new personal challenges. RVR wants to come alongside you as the parent to
see your educational and character goals realized for your students, who also happen
to be your kids!

If you are part of a co-op, your group can also book a private day trip
or overnight trip with a minimum of 25 students.

What to Bring on your Trip

One of the many benefits of a field trip to RVR is the convenience and
confidence you can have when it comes to planning.

RVR's activities come complete with all the equipment you'll need to enjoy
them. Some activites do require that certain clothing be worn like closed-toe
shoes and long sleeves/pants. Most day trip school groups pack their own lunches
and bring them on the bus ride, and most overnight groups utilize RVR's food
services to provide delicious meals. Overnight retreats will require bedding and
other personal essentials as well. With everything else you're juggling as an
educational professional, we strive to make the planning process as seemless as
possible for you!